Tintin - Porcelain Coffee/Teapot - "Le Trésor de Rackham le Rouge" - Shark Submarine - Moulinsart (1996) Description The Item Up for auction is a beautiful, vintage porcelain coffee/teapot celebrating one of the most iconic inventions in the Tintin universe: Professor Calculus’ Shark Submarine. This piece features a vibrant, high-quality illustration of Tintin and Snowy inside the submarine, surrounded by a school of fish, taken directly from the classic adventure Red Rackham's Treasure (Le Trésor de Rackham le Rouge). Details & Quality Brand/License: Official Hergé / Moulinsart. Year: 1996 (Authenticity stamp on the base). Material: Fine white porcelain with a glazed finish. Design: * Front: Shark Submarine illustration. Back: French title text "Le Trésor de Rackham le Rouge" with palm tree and fish motifs. Lid: White porcelain with a blue rim and a small red fish detail. Dimensions: Height: Approximately 18 cm to 20 cm (including the lid). Width: Approximately 20 cm to 22 cm (measured from the tip of the spout to the outer edge of the handle). Capacity: Roughly 1 liter to 1.2 liters. Condition The item is in excellent vintage condition. The porcelain is bright, the colors of the decals are vivid, and there are no visible chips, cracks, or restorations. The interior is clean (please refer to the high-resolution photos for a detailed view of the rim and base). Collector's Note This 1996 series is increasingly difficult to find in such well-preserved condition. It is a perfect functional piece for a tea enthusiast or a standout display item for a Tintin memorabilia collection. Good luck with your auction—it's a real treasure!